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PJO 401J

1970 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

53,408 mi
Last recorded53,408 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2017
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJO 401J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2017 53,408 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 53,072 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 53,072 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 52,831 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 52,543 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 51,883 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 51,838 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 51,620 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 51,476 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 50,934 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 49,938 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 49,615 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 49,430 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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PJO 401J is a 1970 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJO 401J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PJO 401J?

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What year was PJO 401J registered?

PJO 401J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 15 December 1970.

Is PJO 401J safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJO 401J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PJO 401J have outstanding finance?

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